Damage Prevention Operator

ONEOK, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Annual Incentive Plan

Health Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. is seeking a field-based professional to coordinate and execute the pipeline Damage Prevention Program, perform One Call/Line Locating and Aerial Patrol, and support Emergency Response.

The schedule is Monday–Friday dayshift with overtime and call-outs; field travel and on-site operations are expected. Ideal candidates have at least three years of related experience, knowledge of pipeline operations, and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required.
• A college degree or two-year degree from a accredited vocational/technical school preferred.
• At least three years related work experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of refined and crude product characteristics.
• Experience in pipeline construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform Damage Prevention and Public Education activities as prescribed in SIP Elements.
• Respond to after-hour calls during scheduled on-call rotation and provide Emergency Response support.
• Monitor product movements and perform daily facility inspections; input data into computer systems.
• Assist Operations with general maintenance and line pigging as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Communication

On-call coordination

Public education

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

HS Diploma

College degree/technical training

Job description

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for coordinating and executing the field based pipeline Damage Prevention Program. Perform in the One Call/Line Locating and Aerial Patrol Programs. Respond to calls as expected during scheduled on-call rotation. Provide area Emergency Response support in applicable Incident Command structures.

The selected candidate will also assist with operations duties as needed.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, dayshift, with some overtime and call-out.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Coordinate and perform Damage Prevention and Public Education activities as prescribed in System Integrity Plan (SIP) Elements:

• Safely and effectively perform damage prevention and public education tasks and procedures, while professionally and positively representing the Company to the community and other stakeholder groups.
• Ensure One Calls, line locates, and Aerial Patrol activities are performed and/or completed in specified timeframes.
• Proactively work with One Call group to improve performance measures in mapping, county notes, and field cleared tickets.
• Respond to after-hour calls as expected during scheduled on-call rotation.
• Address basic real estate/right of way issues and encroachments by proactively working with Company Real Estate representatives and Tulsa subject matter experts.
• Research, and stay current in, industry Damage Prevention and Common Ground Alliance best practices and regularly report findings for incorporation into Company standards and procedures for process improvement. Be knowledgeable of state one call laws.
• Participate in developing and describing steps required to safely complete an effective Job Plan.

Compliance - records - documentation - audits

• Assist in maintaining inspections, licensing and maintenance of vehicles and equipment in the Vehicle and Driver training programs.
• Maintain all documentation, permits, and other work records in an organized manner for the required retention time.
• Participate on the facility emergency response team, providing support in applicable Incident Command structures.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, including System Integrity Plan (SIP) and OQ requirements and implement them into location work practices.
• Attend and actively participate in safety training meetings.
• Assist Operations with general maintenance duties, including line pigging, as directed by the supervisor.

Operations duties include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor product movements in to and out of the terminal and/or station via unloading skid, or main line, including: mainline operations, transferring product to storage vessels; making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps; performing product sampling, running samples for analysis on in house lab equipment; measurement of location physical stock, meters, and additive variances. Input information into computer programs and perform daily facility inspections.
• Assist drivers and customers, perform truck rack operations duties.

ONEOK offers employees a comprehensive total compensation package consisting of compensation, health and welfare, and other benefits. Available benefits may include the following:

• 401(k) Plan
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Pay Practices: Paid Time-Off, Military Pay, Holiday Pay, Floating Holidays, Other
• Health Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance, Supplemental, and AD&D Insurances
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Accommodations: Lactation Rooms, Workplace Accommodations

Education

• H.S. Diploma required
• A college degree or two year degree from an accredited vocational/technical school preferred

Work Experience

• At least three years related work experience preferred
• A working knowledge of refined and crude product characteristics
• Experience in pipeline construction preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
• Ability to: communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers
• Ability to: work in stressful and changing environmental conditions (conditions as noted above)
• Ability to: work under time pressure, tight deadlines and interruptions
• Ability to: use a personal computer with the Windows® operating system to complete time sheets, send and receive e‑mail, and access information posted on the Company’s intranet
• Ability to: operate a multi‑line phone system.
• Ability to: follow instructions or standard procedures
• Ability to: compile and/or examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives
• Ability to: deal with complex issues which require substantial analysis or independent judgment

Licenses and Certifications

• DOT Operator Qualified in applicable tasks required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Standing: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
• Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
• Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
• Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
• Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
• Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
• Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
• Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
• Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
• Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
• Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
• Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
• Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
• Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
• Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
• Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
• Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

• Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
• Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally)
• Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally)
• Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
• CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

• Travel within the Fountain/Colorado Springs area
• Some overnight travel (25%) required

Driving

• Based on assigned tasks, employee will be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable valid driver’s license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [e-mail] or call 1-855-663-6547.

Expected Salary Range

$68,000.00 - $102,000.00